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Six Questions to Ask Before Giving to Hurricane Helene Relief

As Hurricane Helene hits the Gulf Coast, BBB Wise Giving Alliance offers six essential questions for donors to consider before making a charitable contribution.

Sep 26, 2024

Wise Giving Wednesday: Audited Financial Statements vs. IRS Form 990

While BBB Wise Giving Alliance urges donors to take a broader look, charity finances still come first to many potential donors. Given that reality, what is the best source for charity financial information? While BBB WGA reviews the both the IRS Form 990 and the charity’s audited financial...

Sep 25, 2024

Wise Giving Wednesday: Generosity Commission Releases Report

In response to the documented decline in the proportion of Americans who give to and volunteer with charitable organizations, The Generosity Commission released its report, Everyday Actions, Extraordinary Potential: The Power of Giving and Volunteering. The report offers nine recommendations as well...

Sep 18, 2024

Wise Giving Wednesday: 9/11 Fundraising Lessons

On this 23rd anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, BBB Wise Giving Alliance revisits some of the lessons learned from fundraising that took place in the wake of that tragedy.

Sep 11, 2024

Wise Giving Wednesday: Giving to Charities with Emotion or Reason?

In a perfect world, we would make all giving decisions deliberately. However, disasters, tragedies, and humanitarian needs often prompt emotional giving, leaving donors vulnerable to manipulation and exploitation. Read on for advice on how to balance your emotional generosity with thoughtful...

Sep 04, 2024

Wise Giving Wednesday: Animal Shelter Overpopulation

This past Monday, August 26th, was National Dog Day. International Cat Day was celebrated on August 8th. Despite the popularity of these beloved pets, animal shelters around the U.S. have been experiencing problems with overcrowding. Read on for the backstory that led to this circumstance and what a...

Aug 28, 2024

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